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Animal Control & Licensing


Animal Control

The Animal Control Officer deals with dog issues in Waterbury, including:

  • Bringing lost or run-away dogs to the pound or owner
  • Dog bites
  • Unlicensed dogs
  • Neighbor complaints about barking/aggressive dogs

ACO Contact information: The position is vacant.

To report concerns please call the non-emergency line of the Vermont State Police at 802-229-9191 and request to report to the local Game Warden.

Dog Licenses

All dogs 6 months of age or older must be licensed each year. Licenses must be purchased annually between January 1st and April 1st. There is a late charge if purchased after April 1st.

In order to license your dog you must present the following items to the Town Clerk’s Office:

  • A copy of a valid rabies certificate (unless one is already on file).
  • Cash or a check made payable to "Town of Waterbury" for the correct amount.
Fees On or before April 1st       After April 1st
If neutered or spayed    $15.00 $20.00
If not neutered or spayed     $20.00$25.00